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About Lorkad 8mg Tablet

LORNOXICAM belongs to a group of medicines called anti-rheumatic and anti-inflammatory agents used to reduce and relieve pain and inflammation (swelling) in osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease in which the two ends of the joints come together due to breakdown of a protective covering called cartilage. Rheumatoid arthritis is an auto-immune disease (body's immune system attacks its tissue), leading to joint pain and damage.

Uses of Lorkad 8mg Tablet

Pain and Inflammation in osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

Medicinal Benefits of Lorkad 8mg Tablet

LORNOXICAM belongs to a group of medicines called anti-rheumatic and anti-inflammatory agents. LORNOXICAM is used to reduce and relieve pain and inflammation (swelling) in osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. LORNOXICAM works by blocking the effect of a chemical messenger known as cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzyme that makes other chemical prostaglandins. These prostaglandins are produced at injury sites and cause pain and swelling. By blocking the effect of COX enzymes, lesser prostaglandins are produced. This helps in reducing mild to moderate pain and inflammation at the injured or damaged site. Thereby, LORNOXICAM helps to relieve pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

Directions for Use

Take LORNOXICAM without food as food may decrease its effectiveness. Based on your medical condition, your doctor will decide how long you need to take LORNOXICAM. Tablet: Swallow LORNOXICAM as a whole with a glass of water; do not chew, or break the tablet. Injection: A healthcare professional will administer the injection form of LORNOXICAM; do not self-administer.

Side Effects of Lorkad 8mg Tablet

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Abdominal pain
• Stomach upset
• Diarrhoea
• Vomiting

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not take LORNOXICAM if you are allergic to LORNOXICAM or other NSAID's, if you have thrombocytopenia (low levels of platelets), gastrointestinal or other bleeding problems, peptic ulcers, severe heart, liver or kidney problems, if you have a history of gastrointestinal bleeding or perforation problems with NSAID's. LORNOXICAM can increase your risk of fatal heart attack or stroke, so, if you have had any recent heart surgery, do not take LORNOXICAM. Inform your doctor before taking LORNOXICAM if you have impaired kidney or liver function, high blood pressure, heart failure, ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease, asthma, and lupus erythematosus (auto-immune disease), diabetes, or blood coagulation disorder. Do not take LORNOXICAM if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed. LORNOXICAM should not be taken during the last three months of pregnancy. LORNOXICAM may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. LORNOXICAM is not recommended for children below 18years as the safety have not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol, and LORNOXICAM as it could lead to increased dizziness and increase stomach bleeding risk. Stop taking LORNOXICAM and consult your doctor immediately if you have stomach pain or any signs of bleeding in intestine or stomach such as blood in stools. Do not take any other NSAID's for pain relief along with LORNOXICAM unless prescribed.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

LORNOXICAM may have interaction with a blood thinner (warfarin, heparin, phenprocoumon), immunosuppressant (tacrolimus, cyclosporine), pain killers (aspirin), antacid (cimetidine), anti-rheumatoid (methotrexate), anti-psychotic (lithium), cardiac glycoside (digoxin), anti-diabetic (glibenclamide), antibiotic (rifampicin), anti-fungal (fluconazole), anti-cancer (pemetrexed), diuretics, ACE inhibitors, beta-adrenergic blocking agents, anti-depressants, and corticosteroids

Drug-Disease Interaction:

 LORNOXICAM may have interactions with thrombocytopenia (low levels of platelets), gastrointestinal or other bleeding problems, peptic ulcers, high blood pressure, heart failure, ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease, asthma, lupus erythematosus (auto-immune disease), diabetes, blood coagulation disorder, impaired heart, kidney or liver function.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

• Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking LORNOXICAM as it may increase drowsiness. It can also increase the risk of stomach bleeding.

PREGNANCY

• Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant or if you have any concerns regarding this. LORNOXICAM is not recommended for use during pregnancy, especially during the last three months of pregnancy.

BREAST FEEDING

• It is not recommended to take LORNOXICAM if you are breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor before taking LORNOXICAM, your doctor will decide whether LORNOXICAM can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

DRIVING

• LORNOXICAM may cause dizziness. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.

LIVER

• Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with liver impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

KIDNEY

• Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.